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« on: June 10, 2011, 10:01:38 PM » |
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just wondering if anyone has the diamond cut alloys.i am in process of getting mine redone.
are they a factory option when new.thanks rich
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MattNoVAT
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« Reply #1 on: June 10, 2011, 11:35:11 PM » |
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I used to have diamond cut alloys on my E46 M3, they look great but if you Kerb them then you can only have them recut twice, then you start affecting the integrity of the wheel, which means the wheel is thrown away. :-(
The other thing is you'll need to frequently apply sealant/polish as there is no lacquer. I used Poorboys which is excellent and keeps brake dust, salt and general road crap from discolouring the alloy face.
Now, if your car is for high days and holidays the I'd say diamond cut alloys would be fine, for a daily driver I think they take too much looking after and are too costly if they get kerbed.
Granted the M3's alloys were 19" so they were £100+ each to cut. what do you pay for 14" out of onterest??
I've seen some diamond cut alloys left with circular machining marks, so I'd check the quality first, but it sounds like your committed already.
Not trying to put you off, just sharing my experiences.
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« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2011, 04:02:45 PM » |
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I don't think Lancia offered optional wheels on the Beta? The HiFi had different alloys but otherwise the distinctive Beta alloy survived the life of the car. They even appeared on the odd Delta and Dedra I think?
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pooch3000
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« Reply #3 on: June 11, 2011, 10:01:20 PM » |
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thanks for comments,will let you know how they turn out.
does anybody else have these type off wheels,it seems they are not an original
option. thanks rich
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« Reply #4 on: June 11, 2011, 11:26:49 PM » |
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They look like a style that were fitted to Delta/Prisma but it's been such a long time since I've seen a set I can't be sure.
What size are they? 14/15? 6.5 or 7J etc....
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« Reply #5 on: June 13, 2011, 11:00:26 AM » |
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To my inexperienced eye, they look like a cross between standard Beta 14" alloys and 16v Thema 15" alloys.
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« Reply #6 on: June 13, 2011, 03:46:31 PM » |
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Are they not just the standard allows with the diamond cut on the surface ? I'm pretty sure the Coupe ie on E-Bay at the moment is wearing a set too.
Stuart
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MattNoVAT
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« Reply #7 on: June 14, 2011, 12:29:02 AM » |
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Just seen the thread from Tony about the beta 2000 ie and that looks like it has the very same wheels.....
Like busses maybe???
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« Reply #8 on: June 19, 2011, 01:31:56 PM » |
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These are just standard Beta alloys with polished spokes. Never offered by Lancia but easy enough to do yourself if you have the time/inclination. Very smart when newly done, need constantly cleaned and polished to maintain the shine though.
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pooch3000
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« Reply #9 on: June 28, 2011, 08:01:00 PM » |
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just got wheels back,really pleased with them,just need too finish afew more
things off then mot it. wheels were done by friend of friend for £150 for 4
see what you think thanks rich
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« Reply #10 on: June 28, 2011, 10:17:06 PM » |
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Are they lacquered over the polished sections?
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